Patten is believed to be driving a silver 2004 Chrysler Pacifica with Michigan license plate CLN 8224. The vehicle has a "skeleton family" sticker on the rear window and a spare tire on one of the front wheels.

If you see Patten, police advise that you do not approach him and call 911 immediately.

If you have any information regarding either crime, is asked to call the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 269-337-8994, Silent Observer at 269-343-2100 or the St. Joseph County Sheriff's Department at 269-467-9045.